Think before you post: there's a person behind the screen reading what you post

Even words meant as a joke can be upsetting to others. Using terms that are offensive (for example to someone's disability, sexuality or gender) can have lasting consequences on a person's self-esteem.

Listen to Tamanna share her experiences of cyberbullying, racism and Islamophobia and the impact it can have...

Play your part: help prevent online hate

Don't suffer in silence

Speak to a parent, teacher or other trusted adult if you see or receive any abuse online. Look out for your friends and be there for them in person. If you don't feel ready to chat to an adult, talk to a friend or get in touch with ChildLine online or call 0800 11 11.

Report to social networks and block anyone who is being mean

Social media companies rely on the community to tell them when something isn't right; play an active role as a digital citizen and report anything that you think might break the rules.

Online actions can have offline consequences, and some things you post can even break the law. Find out more about how online hate can become a hate crime, and if you see anything online that you think might break the law then report to your local police or speak to an adult who can help you to take action.

Watch this film from the police to understand more about when online hate breaks the law....

Rebecca shares her story of experiencing bullying online and the effect it can have on young people's mental health. She tells us how in her work as a youth ambassador she supports other young people going through similar experiences.

Experiences online when you have a disability

Liv shares her story about her experiences online as a disabled young person. What the negative but also positive sides of the internet are for her and how we can all play our part in making the internet a more inclusive and tolerant place for young people.